What is GitHub Copilot?
Integrated directly into code editors like VS Code, it suggests entire blocks of code and functions in real-time, significantly speeding up the development cycle.
About
GitHub Copilot is GitHub's AI coding assistant. It suggests code as you type, answers questions in chat, and in agent mode can plan and make changes across several files; on github.com it can also review pull requests and work on issues in the cloud. It runs in VS Code, JetBrains IDEs and other editors, on the command line and in GitHub Mobile, and can be extended with MCP servers. Copilot became generally available to individual developers on 21 June 2022. A free plan includes limited chat and agent use. Paid plans start with Pro at $10 per month, followed by Pro+ at $39 and Max at $100 per month.
Key facts
- Platforms
- web, vscode, jetbrains, ios and android
- Launch date
- Jun 21, 2022
- Pricing
- $10 / month
- Free plan
- Yes
- Category
- Coding
- Listing updated
- Nov 11, 2026
Facts checked on Oct 30, 2026
Features
- Code completions and chat inside popular editors
- Agent mode for multi-file changes
- Copilot coding agent and code review on GitHub
- Works in VS Code, JetBrains IDEs and other editors
- Command-line and GitHub Mobile access
- Supports MCP servers and custom instructions
GitHub Copilot FAQ
What is GitHub Copilot?
Integrated directly into code editors like VS Code, it suggests entire blocks of code and functions in real-time, significantly speeding up the development cycle.
Is GitHub Copilot free?
Yes. GitHub Copilot has a free plan. Price: $10 / month.
What platforms does GitHub Copilot support?
GitHub Copilot supports web, vscode, jetbrains, ios and android.